National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Spa
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across the 22 US metros in this ranking for Spas. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
Our 2026 analysis of ranked neighborhoods across major US metros shows Garment District in New York City as the top location to open a Spa, with 83.7% survivability at a typical address. The top 26 neighborhoods nationwide span 8 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Spas exist across diverse markets. The best survivability data for any individual location is always StreetSpring's most recent live analysis, which reflects the current competitive landscape at your exact address.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-05 by Robert Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
- #1 Neighborhood: Garment District, New York City: 83.7% survivability at a typical address for Spa
- What the figures measure: every figure in this ranking is the typical address, the neighborhood's average in its metro file, and the ranking orders on it
- Ranked neighborhoods: 1,907 across 22 major US cities
- Average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods: 72.4% at a typical address for Spas
- Top-26 average: 82.9% at a typical address, 10.5 points above the average across all ranked neighborhoods
- Data current as of: 2026 · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- How neighborhoods compare nationwide
- Top 26 neighborhoods in the US
- Geographic patterns
- How to use this ranking
- Related resources
- Frequently asked questions
How do neighborhoods compare across the United States for Spas?
Across 1,907 ranked neighborhoods in 22 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows the top 26 neighborhoods for Spas averaging 82.9% survivability at a typical address, against 72.4% for the average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods.
This 10.5-point gap is the distance between those two averages, both at a typical address. It compares projections for neighborhoods; the projection for any one storefront is made at its own address.
What the top neighborhoods for Spas have in common, compared with the average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods, is not simply higher foot traffic: it is a favorable ratio of consumer spending on this category to competitive supply. The 10.5-point gap at a typical address lines up with structural conditions: the right consumer demographics, manageable competition density, and mobility patterns that route target customers past the storefront. We apply advanced machine learning to massive commercial real estate datasets to build accurate models.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 26 neighborhoods represent 8 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Spas can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens.
What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Spa?
The first, middle and last neighborhood in the table below, with the same three figures the table prints from each metro file: the box runs from the lowest to the highest address, and the white line is the typical address. Garment District, New York City leads at 83.7% at a typical address in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 26 neighborhoods nationwide for Spas are:
Scores for Spas run from 48.0% to 84.0% on this scale. The best address in 715 of the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods reaches the 84.0% ceiling, so the Best Locations column often shows that ceiling rather than a difference between places.
Neighborhoods are ordered on the typical address, the file's average for each neighborhood. Best Locations and Challenging Locations are the file's highest and lowest address.
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival (Typical Address) | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Garment District | New York City | 83.7% | Great | 84.0% | 83.1% |
| 2 | Skyland | Washington DC | 83.5% | Great | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 2 | Chinatown | Boston | 83.5% | Good | 84.0% | 83.1% |
| 4 | Chinatown | New York City | 83.4% | Average | 83.6% | 83.1% |
| 5 | U Street Corridor | Washington DC | 83.3% | Great | 84.0% | 82.2% |
| 6 | Truxton Circle | Washington DC | 83.2% | Great | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 6 | Koreatown (Garden Grove) | Los Angeles | 83.2% | Good | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 8 | East Somerville | Boston | 83.0% | Great | 84.0% | 80.8% |
| 8 | LeDroit Park | Washington DC | 83.0% | Average | 83.1% | 82.6% |
| 10 | Lake Ridge | Miami | 82.9% | Great | 84.0% | 80.8% |
| 11 | Magoun Square | Boston | 82.8% | Average | 83.1% | 80.4% |
| 12 | Shaw | Washington DC | 82.7% | Great | 84.0% | 80.0% |
| 12 | Bethesda Center | Washington DC | 82.7% | Great | 84.0% | 69.6% |
| 12 | Flatiron District | New York City | 82.7% | Great | 84.0% | 53.8% |
| 12 | Oakwood Hills | Miami | 82.7% | Good | 83.6% | 80.4% |
| 12 | Porter Square | Boston | 82.7% | Average | 84.0% | 80.0% |
| 17 | Tropico | Los Angeles | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 76.8% |
| 17 | Assembly Square | Boston | 82.6% | Good | 84.0% | 80.0% |
| 17 | Platt Park | Denver | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 80.0% |
| 17 | Central Hill | Boston | 82.6% | Average | 83.1% | 80.4% |
| 17 | Heritage Eagle Bend | Denver | 82.6% | Good | 83.1% | 79.5% |
| 17 | Winter Hill | Boston | 82.6% | Average | 83.1% | 77.2% |
| 23 | Larchmont | Los Angeles | 82.5% | Great | 84.0% | 79.5% |
| 23 | Brighton | Seattle | 82.5% | Great | 84.0% | 76.4% |
| 23 | North Charlotte | Charlotte | 82.5% | Average | 83.6% | 81.8% |
| 23 | Serenity Ridge | Denver | 82.5% | Good | 83.1% | 80.4% |
Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data to make sure that there have not been major changes.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
What patterns emerge from the top-performing neighborhoods nationwide?
City Concentration
The top 26 neighborhoods span 8 different cities, with Boston claiming 7 of the top spots (27%).
Breakdown of top 26 neighborhoods by city:
- Boston: 7 neighborhoods (27% of top 26): View city guide
- Washington DC: 6 neighborhoods (23% of top 26): View city guide
- New York City: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 26): View city guide
- Los Angeles: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 26): View city guide
- Denver: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 26)
- Miami: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 26): View city guide
- Seattle: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 26): View city guide
- Charlotte: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 26): View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Spas operators: cities with multiple neighborhoods in the top 26 offer more site options within a single market, reducing relocation or expansion cost. Cities with a single top-26 neighborhood require more precise site selection: the advantage is concentrated in one area rather than spread across the metro.
The relatively even distribution of top neighborhoods across the 8 cities represented in the top 26 is consistent with a category where consumer demand is broadly distributed rather than concentrated in specific metros. For Spas operators, this means strong site opportunities exist in multiple markets: the key variable is neighborhood-level competitive conditions rather than city-level market size.
How can I use this neighborhood ranking to find the best location for a Spa?
National rankings are a powerful starting point, but your final site decision should be validated at the address level. Our analysis draws on a proprietary commercial real estate dataset spanning major US metros and every business type ranked on this site. Survivability moves from one address to the next within any neighborhood: this ranking narrows your search, and StreetSpring's live tool scores the address.
For the most accurate assessment:
- Consider neighborhoods in the top 26 as strong starting points
- Examine city-specific guides for additional neighborhood options in your target markets
- Use StreetSpring's address-level tool to evaluate specific storefronts within these neighborhoods
- Factor in your budget, operational requirements, and target demographics
Each neighborhood has detailed analysis available through its city guide, providing block-by-block survivability data for Spas.
See also: Best Cities for Spa: our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Spas.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- Boston: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Seattle: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Washington DC: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Los Angeles: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- New York City: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Spas
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of neighborhood is best for opening a Spa?
The best neighborhoods for Spas share three characteristics: manageable competitive density (few existing direct competitors within the primary trade area), strong consumer spending on this category, and demographic alignment with the typical Spa customer base. In StreetSpring's 2026 data, the top-ranked neighborhoods for Spas combine these factors and score well above the average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods, 72.4% at a typical address. Neighborhoods with dense existing competition or low category spending tend to score significantly lower, regardless of overall foot traffic or prestige.
How does StreetSpring calculate survivability for Spas specifically?
StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for Spas by analyzing the competitive density of existing Spas within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on Spas in that location, the housing vacancy rate and business mix around the site, and hundreds of additional factors. The resulting survivability score reflects the estimated probability of a new Spa surviving two or more years at that specific address.
How often do neighborhood rankings change?
StreetSpring updates rankings quarterly as new data on business openings, closures, and market conditions becomes available. The current analysis reflects 2026 data. Because competitive conditions shift as new businesses enter or exit a neighborhood, the specific rankings for any given business type can shift between updates, which is why we recommend verifying specific addresses in StreetSpring's live tool before making a final site selection decision.
What makes Garment District in New York City the best neighborhood for Spas?
Garment District in New York City ranks #1 for Spas with 83.7% survivability at a typical address (the average in each metro file, which is what this ranking orders on). StreetSpring's model weighs competitive dynamics (direct competitors relative to available consumer spending), demographic alignment with Spa customers and local spending patterns for every ranked neighborhood nationwide.
Is the competitive environment for Spas stronger in some markets than others?
Yes, competition density for Spas varies significantly by market. StreetSpring's model reads the number of direct competitors against the consumer spending available to them at each address. StreetSpring's address-level tool shows the exact competitive environment at any specific location.
How can I compare specific addresses within these top neighborhoods?
StreetSpring's address-level tool allows you to input any commercial address and see predicted survivability for Spas. Even within the top-ranked neighborhoods, survivability varies meaningfully by block: address-level scoring is the most precise way to evaluate a specific site.
Are there good opportunities outside the top 26 neighborhoods?
Absolutely. This ranking covers 1,907 ranked neighborhoods across 22 cities. Many neighborhoods outside the top 26 have excellent individual locations for Spas. Neighborhood-level rankings reflect averages: specific addresses within any neighborhood can score well above or below the neighborhood mean. Use city-specific guides and StreetSpring's address-level tool to explore options beyond the top 26.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Spas?
For Spas, StreetSpring's model incorporates neighborhood-level demographic data including population density, median household income, employment rates, and consumer spending on this specific category. These factors vary by business type: the demographic profile that drives survivability for Spa customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across the metros in this ranking are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
The table above reproduces from these metro files, one per city: New York City, Washington DC, Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, Denver, Seattle, Charlotte.
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhoods are ranked on the typical address: the average Survivability Score for Spas across the scored locations within each neighborhood, as its metro file publishes it. The average across all ranked neighborhoods is the plain mean of those figures, not the national average on the city ranking, which averages metros. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 1907 neighborhoods across 22 major US cities. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.